Windies tribute for Gerry

The West Indies Cricket Board on Sunday paid tribute to former captain and wicket-keeper Franz Copeland Murray ‘Gerry’ Alexander, who died on Saturday at the age of 82.

WICB president Dr Julian Hunte praised Alexander in recalling the contribution he made during the famous 1961 tied Test series in Australia under skipper Sir Frank Worrell.

“On behalf of the WICB and all the cricket-loving people who support West Indies cricket I want to extend heartfelt condolences to the family and loved ones of Gerry Alexander,” said Dr Hunte.

“He was a stalwart in Jamaica and West Indies cricket and made a tremendous contribution to the game as captain and a player on the field. He was an inspiration to many people off the field as well. “He displayed a true love and passion for West Indies cricket and gave his all for the good of the game. He was a dignified and reliable leader of the West Indies team and a committed supporter of the game at all levels.

ST JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda, Monday, AFP